{"product_id":"dragons-around-the-world","title":"Dragons Around the World","description":"Condition: BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780500654019\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2026\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fiery introduction to dragons both beastly and benevolent that draws directly from world mythology.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Many cultures tell stories about dragon-like creatures - some are fearsome and others are surprisingly friendly. This gloriously illustrated compendium celebrates them all!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Featuring snappy summaries of famous myths, and surprising facts drawn from historical sources, \u003ci\u003eDragons Around the World\u003c\/i\u003e is the ultimate reference book for dragon fans the world over. Discover China's lucky Long dragon, the life-giving Rainbow Serpent from Aboriginal Australia, and Japan's pearl-clasping Ryujin among other super serpents including the many-headed Hydra from ancient Greece and St. Jordi's fearsome match, Drac. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Author Sally Nicholls, who works for \u003ci\u003eHistory Today\u003c\/i\u003e, has drawn on the British Library's extensive cultural archives to write the text, with the help of cultural consultants. A 'Dragon Museum' at the back of the book traces each dragon's cultural origins through museum objects. Brought to life through the exquisite illustrations of Maria Francesca Melis, this book is a must-have for fans of dragons and mythology.","brand":"RANDOM HOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":41837301432453,"sku":"PR430154","price":43.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/0213\/3637\/files\/image_TT6KV9N3EZ38.jpg?v=1788129444","url":"https:\/\/smartfoxbooks.com.au\/products\/dragons-around-the-world","provider":"Smartfox Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}